I CAN DO IT: Liverpool are interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen star Emre Can [GETTY]

Reds boss Brendan Rodgers revealed his desire to add 'multi-functional' players to his squad this summer as he attempts to go one better next season and win the Premier League having been pipped to the title on the final day by Manchester City.

Rodgers is already pursuing his interest in Southampton star Adam Lallana, but has now also made a move for the German U-21 international.

According to reports in Germany, Liverpool approached Leverkusen to judge whether a deal could be reached for Can.

BAYERN BOY: Bayern Munich still have a buy-out clause in the deal that took Can to Leverkusen [GETTY]

“However any proposed deal for Can to join Liverpool could be scuppered by Bayern Munich”

Leverkusen have refused to confirm Liverpool's approach as they attempt to stave off interest in their young starlet.

Can, who can also operate at left-back, has enjoyed a superb campaign helping Leverkusen earn a place in next season's Champions League with a fourth-place finish in the Bundesliga.

However any proposed deal for Can to join Liverpool could be scuppered by Bayern Munich.

Bayern allowed Can, 20, to join Leverkusen last summer, but as part of that deal a buy-back clause was inserted.

News of Liverpool's interest could force Bayern's hand as they attempt to prevent losing their control of Can's services.